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Glow Serum

Brighten uneven tone with Vitamins B3, C, and E โ€” face, neck, and dรฉcolletage.

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Stable vitamin C derivative
Ferulic + E synergy
Niacinamide tone evening
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Kris

Three antioxidants doing real work. My skin looks brighter in a way that reads as rested, not made up. โ€” KRIS

Because you read the ingredients first.

Every active is here because the research supports it. Concentrations and study links below.

Ascorbyl glucoside

Stable vitamin C derivative

Campos, Int J Pharm 2012

Niacinamide

5%

Bissett, J Cosmet Dermatol 2005

Vitamin E + ferulic acid

1% ยท 0.5%

Lin, JID 2005

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Sorrel & Co Glow Serum with Vitamins B3, C & E
$33.60 Founding Member Price – Save 40%

Is this for you?

This is ideal if you:

  • Want brightening that doesn't oxidize in the bottle
  • Layer antioxidants under SPF for daily support
  • Have the look of uneven tone or dark spots
  • Prefer evidence-based vitamin C derivatives over unstable L-ascorbic acid

Not ideal if you:

  • Want immediate, dramatic brightening (this is cumulative)
  • Are extremely sensitive to vitamin C in any form
  • Prefer high-concentration L-ascorbic acid even with stability tradeoff

Why this formula works

Stable vitamin C delivery

Ascorbyl glucoside is enzymatically converted to L-ascorbic acid in the skin โ€” does not oxidize in the bottle the way unstabilized vitamin C does.

Antioxidant synergy

Vitamin E helps regenerate oxidized vitamin C, and ferulic acid stabilizes the blend while adding its own antioxidant activity.

Niacinamide tone evening

Niacinamide supports the look of more even tone, working on a separate path from vitamin C.

How to use

Morning Routine

Apply 3โ€“5 drops to clean skin in the morning before moisturizer and SPF. Store away from direct light and heat to maintain stability.

Why choose Sorrel & Co?

Feature Sorrel & Co Most Competitors
Vitamin C form Stable derivative (ascorbyl glucoside) Often unstabilized L-ascorbic acid
Bottle stability Resists oxidation Yellows / loses potency
Niacinamide complement 5% included Sometimes
Ferulic + Vit E synergy Both included Single antioxidant typical

What to expect

WEEKS 1โ€“3

No oxidation orange

The bottle stays clear and effective โ€” the stability story isn't marketing.

WEEKS 4โ€“6

Tone visibly evens

Tone tends to look more even and brighter with consistent use.

WEEKS 8โ€“12

A more luminous baseline

Daily antioxidant support, visible over time as more luminous-looking tone.

The 30-day Sorrel & Co promise

Use it daily. If your skin isn't visibly brighter and smoother, return the empty bottle for a full refund โ€” no return shipping, no questions.

Frequently asked

Questions, answered

Will this irritate sensitive skin?
Most of our actives are formulated at concentrations chosen for tolerability, not maximum potency. If you've reacted to similar products before, patch test on your inner forearm for three nights before applying to your face. Mild tingling on first use is common with vitamin C and retinol; persistent burning is not โ€” discontinue and contact us.
When will I see results?
Hydration looks better within days. The look of brighter, more even tone tends to show over about 4โ€“6 weeks. The look of smoother texture and softer fine lines can take 8โ€“12 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can I use this with retinol or other actives?
Most Sorrel formulas layer well together. The exceptions: don't use retinol with high-strength vitamin C in the same routine โ€” alternate AM and PM. Don't pair retinol with AHA or BHA in the same application. When in doubt, message us with your current routine and we'll map it out.
Should I use this morning, night, or both?
Vitamin C and antioxidants work best in the morning before SPF. Retinol and exfoliants are nighttime only. Hydrators, moisturizers, and most peptides are flexible. The recommended timing is on each product page โ€” when in doubt, follow that.
What if it doesn't work for my skin?
Use it daily for up to 60 days. If your skin isn't visibly improved, return the empty bottle for a full refund โ€” no questions, no return shipping. We'd rather you find a product that works than keep one that doesn't.